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HIGH COUNTRY EXPLORER 7GCBC


Lycoming O-360-C4P, 180 HP Engine
Sensenich 76EM8S8-0-58
   76" Aluminum Fixed-Pitch Propeller

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Powerplant: Lycoming O-360-C4P

  • Horsepower @ RPM: 180 HP @ 2,700 rpm

  • Recommended Engine TBO: 2,000 hours

  • Propeller: Sensenich 76EM8S8-0

  • Propeller Diameter: 76 in.

  • Length: 22.1 ft.

  • Height: 7.7 ft.

  • Wingspan: 34.5 ft.

  • Wing Area: 172 sq. ft.

  • Wing Loading: 11.35 lb./sq. ft.

  • Power Loading: 10.8 lb./HP

  • Seats: 2 (tandem)

  • Cabin Length: 8 ft. 10 in.

  • Cabin Width: 2 ft. 6 in.

  • Cabin Height: 3 ft. 11 in.

  • Empty Weight: 1,300 lbs.

  • Gross Weight (Normal): 1,950 lbs.

  • Useful Load (Normal): 650 lbs.

  • Gross Weight (Acrobatic): 1,800 lbs.

  • Useful Load (Acrobatic): 500 lbs.

  • Fuel Capacity: 36 gal. (35 gal. usable)

  • Oil Capacity: 8 qt.

  • Baggage Capacity: 100 lbs.

PERFORMANCE

  • Acrobatic Limit Loading: +5 g / -2 g

  • Takeoff Distance, Ground Roll: 504 ft.

  • Takeoff Distance Over 50-ft. Obstacle: 872 ft.

  • Demonstrated Crosswind Component: 17 kts.

  • Rate of Climb, Sea Level: 1,366 fpm

  • Maximum Level Speed, Sea Level: 142 mph

  • Cruise Speed / Endurance with 45-Min. Reserve @ 75% Power: 132
    mph / 2.45 hrs.

  • Fuel Consumption (55% to 75% Power, per Lycoming Data): 6.6 to 10.3 gph
    Maximum Range (55% Power): 536 miles

  • Service Ceiling: 15,500 ft.

  • Landing Distance Over 50-ft. Obstacle: 866 ft.

  • Landing Distance, Ground Roll: 293 ft.

LIMITED AND RECOMMENDED AIRSPEEDS

  • VX (Best Angle): 61 mph IAS

  • VY (Best Rate): 83 mph IAS

  • VA (Design Maneuvering): 120 mph IAS

  • VF (Maximum Flap Speed): 90 mph

  • VNO (Maximum Structural Cruising): 120 mph

  • VNE (Never Exceed): 162 mph IAS

  • VR (Rotation): 50 mph IAS

  • VS1 (Stall, Clean): 52 mph IAS

  • VS0 (Stall, Full Flaps): 49 mph

** Displayed performance represents results at 1,950 lbs. gross weight under standard-day conditions in stock configuration.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT

INSTRUMENTS

  • EI CGR-30P Engine Monitor

  • Fuel Quantity Gauges (Left and Right)

  • Digital Clock

  • Magnetic Compass (Backlit)

AVIONICS

  • Front & Rear Push-to-Talk Buttons

  • Emergency Locator Transmitter

  • Broadband Transmitting Antenna

  • Twin Headset LEMO Jacks

  • Cabin Speaker

  • Avionics Master Switch

SAFETY & CONVENIENCE

  • Parking Brake

  • Stall Warning Indicator

  • Entrance Step

  • Door Map Pocket

  • Removable Metal Belly

  • Quick-Jettison Door

  • Baggage Access Door

  • Baggage Area Cargo Net

  • Oil Quick Drain

ELECTRICAL

  • Electric Permanent-Magnet Starter

  • 70-Amp Alternator

  • Battery Box with Sealed Battery

  • LED Pulse Landing Light

  • LED Navigation / Strobe / Position Lights

  • Voltage Regulator

  • Electrical Control Panel

COMFORT AND APPEARANCE

  • Front Strut Speed Fairings

  • Foam Bucket Seats with Folding Backs

  • Adjustable Front Seat

  • Front and Rear 5-Point Harnesses

  • Vinyl Headliner

  • Deluxe Textured Vinyl Interior

  • Front and Rear Cabin Heaters

  • Cabin Air Vents

  • Soundproofing

  • Tinted Windows (Gray)

  • Tinted Greenhouse Roof (Dark Gray)

FEATURES

  • Certified Limited Acrobatic (+5 g, -2 g)

  • Dual Flight Controls

  • Wing Tie-Down Rings

  • 36-Gallon Fuel System

  • Left-Opening Window

  • Stainless Steel Exhaust

  • Steerable 8" Pneumatic Tailwheel

  • Wheels with 8.00 × 6, 4-Ply Tires

  • Lightweight Aluminum Gear

  • Velcro Aircraft Document File

  • Parking Brake

  • Powder-Coated Fuselage Frame

  • Carbon Fiber Floorboards

  • 130-lb. Capacity Baggage Compartmentwith Firewall-Mounted Battery

  • B&C Oil Filter Adapter

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

  • Left & Right Wing LED Lighting (with Flood & Wig-Wag)

  • CFP-2 Additional Corrosion Protection

    • Oil-Prepped Fuselage Tubing

  • Vortex Generators

  • Glider Tow Assembly

  • Heated Pitot

  • Aileron Spades

  • Wide Rear Seat

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